more distant

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In these events, the gravity of a foreground star and any accompanying planets magnifies the light of a more distant background star, briefly making it appear brighter.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

"Now more than ever it is imperative to avoid any escalation of a conflict that has already exacted a devastating toll on civilians and that risks making the search for peace even more distant."

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

“The longer the Strait remains shut, the greater the oil shock and the more distant the idea of Brent crude trading back to levels near $80 or below,” analysts at ING said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

In contrast, more distant relatives such as donkeys and zebras appear to lack the high frequency component.

From Science Daily • Feb. 25, 2026

Lost in longing, Louie imagined himself on a train, rolling into country he couldn’t see, growing smaller and more distant until he disappeared.

From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand